Vacancy at Cambridge United FC
Elite Scholarship Therapist
Based at the clubs training grounds, along with the main office at the Abbey Stadium
Vacancy listed
27/02/2025
Application deadline
07/03/2025
Details
Elite Scholarship Physio (Fixed Term)
Department Academy
Reports to Elite Scholarship Manager
Location Based at the clubs training grounds, along with the main office at the Abbey Stadium.
Salary £5,440 per fixed term contract (from 2nd September 2024 to 30th May 2025), pay will be pro-rata for any start dates after 2nd September 2024
Hours Monday: 13.30 – 15.30, Tuesday: 9:30 -11.30, Wednesday Fixture (Home or Away)
Role Summary
- Manage and provide the medical provisions to the Elite Scholarship programme
for all players of the Male & Female teams.
- To provide pitch side cover for selected fixtures.
- To manage, review and implement the best strategy to continuously
improve the programme as best as possible.
- To ensure the Academy Philosophies and Values are adhered to by the
Players within the CRC Programme.
- To assist in the monitoring and assessment of the players in the whole
CRC Programme from training and match performances.
- To undertake personal CPD as appropriate to meet the demands of the
role.
Key Job Outcomes
• Lead responsibility in the running the physical workload of the players for training and matches, including taking an active role in all medical meetings and weekly planning meetings.
• To provide continuous communication of player progress, development and availability to the Elite Scholarship Manager.
• Develop and support an activation/prehab programme for all scholars.
• To produce weekly and monthly injury reports for the ESM, providing accountability for the department and actively seeking to follow best practice.
• Assist in the production and maintenance of emergency action plans.
• Maintain accurate and professional documentation in line with professional standards
• To ensure all clinical examinations and therapeutic interventions are documented and communicated in line with professional staff.
• To act in a manner that always supports the club and academy vision and values.
• To ensure effective working relationships with all key stakeholders.
This job description sets out the key outcomes required. It does not specify in detail the activities required to achieve these outcomes. As a term of your employment, you may reasonably be expected to perform duties of a similar or related nature to those outlined in the job description.
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience Required/ Desirable
BSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy or Sports Rehabilitation
Level 4 ITMMiF qualification or equivalent
Recent and in-date Enhanced DBS and FA Safeguarding Children Certificates
Membership with relevant governing body (HCPC, SST etc)
Full UK Driving Licence
Experience working in an elite sporting environment with young athletes
Experience of working in an elite football academy setting
Experience in leading/managing an area/people or teams
Experience of paediatric assessments relating to sports injuries
Has an understanding of how elite players are developed
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Hardworking and enthusiastic
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Reliable and committed
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Able to communicate effectively
Willingness to work weekday evenings
Excellent team player and motivator
Application Process
Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include both documents will not be reviewed.
Application Closing Date Friday 7th March
Interview Date(s) Thursday 13th March
Start Date Monday 17th March
Mission, Vision & Values Mission
Cambridge United aspires to compete at the highest level of the English Football League, whilst operating a financially sustainable football club embedded within the heart of its community.
We are custodians with a collective responsibility to protect and enhance the Club for future generations.
Vision
Creating Memories
We engage current and future generations of supporters by creating memorable moments.
Driving Standards & Performance
We will evolve by driving standards and performance through self-reflection and education.
Enhancing Lives
We are an inclusive Club that is United in Endeavour to enhance lives though the power of sport.
Values
We engage positive and inspiring characters who are committed to serving and strengthening our community, by adopting our 3 keys values.
Teamwork
We achieve more through working together than alone and are United in Endeavour.
Hard Work
We are committed to learning and working towards our pursuit of excellence in everything we do.
Humility
We will celebrate each other’s successes and recognise that no individual is greater than the collective.
Employability Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
Safeguarding Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks.
The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
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Department Academy
Reports to Elite Scholarship Manager
Location Based at the clubs training grounds, along with the main office at the Abbey Stadium.
Salary £5,440 per fixed term contract (from 2nd September 2024 to 30th May 2025), pay will be pro-rata for any start dates after 2nd September 2024
Hours Monday: 13.30 – 15.30, Tuesday: 9:30 -11.30, Wednesday Fixture (Home or Away)
Role Summary
- Manage and provide the medical provisions to the Elite Scholarship programme
for all players of the Male & Female teams.
- To provide pitch side cover for selected fixtures.
- To manage, review and implement the best strategy to continuously
improve the programme as best as possible.
- To ensure the Academy Philosophies and Values are adhered to by the
Players within the CRC Programme.
- To assist in the monitoring and assessment of the players in the whole
CRC Programme from training and match performances.
- To undertake personal CPD as appropriate to meet the demands of the
role.
Key Job Outcomes
• Lead responsibility in the running the physical workload of the players for training and matches, including taking an active role in all medical meetings and weekly planning meetings.
• To provide continuous communication of player progress, development and availability to the Elite Scholarship Manager.
• Develop and support an activation/prehab programme for all scholars.
• To produce weekly and monthly injury reports for the ESM, providing accountability for the department and actively seeking to follow best practice.
• Assist in the production and maintenance of emergency action plans.
• Maintain accurate and professional documentation in line with professional standards
• To ensure all clinical examinations and therapeutic interventions are documented and communicated in line with professional staff.
• To act in a manner that always supports the club and academy vision and values.
• To ensure effective working relationships with all key stakeholders.
This job description sets out the key outcomes required. It does not specify in detail the activities required to achieve these outcomes. As a term of your employment, you may reasonably be expected to perform duties of a similar or related nature to those outlined in the job description.
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience Required/ Desirable
BSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy or Sports Rehabilitation
Level 4 ITMMiF qualification or equivalent
Recent and in-date Enhanced DBS and FA Safeguarding Children Certificates
Membership with relevant governing body (HCPC, SST etc)
Full UK Driving Licence
Experience working in an elite sporting environment with young athletes
Experience of working in an elite football academy setting
Experience in leading/managing an area/people or teams
Experience of paediatric assessments relating to sports injuries
Has an understanding of how elite players are developed
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Hardworking and enthusiastic
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Reliable and committed
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Able to communicate effectively
Willingness to work weekday evenings
Excellent team player and motivator
Application Process
Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include both documents will not be reviewed.
Application Closing Date Friday 7th March
Interview Date(s) Thursday 13th March
Start Date Monday 17th March
Mission, Vision & Values Mission
Cambridge United aspires to compete at the highest level of the English Football League, whilst operating a financially sustainable football club embedded within the heart of its community.
We are custodians with a collective responsibility to protect and enhance the Club for future generations.
Vision
Creating Memories
We engage current and future generations of supporters by creating memorable moments.
Driving Standards & Performance
We will evolve by driving standards and performance through self-reflection and education.
Enhancing Lives
We are an inclusive Club that is United in Endeavour to enhance lives though the power of sport.
Values
We engage positive and inspiring characters who are committed to serving and strengthening our community, by adopting our 3 keys values.
Teamwork
We achieve more through working together than alone and are United in Endeavour.
Hard Work
We are committed to learning and working towards our pursuit of excellence in everything we do.
Humility
We will celebrate each other’s successes and recognise that no individual is greater than the collective.
Employability Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
Safeguarding Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks.
The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdamHzihFKiJc55iuafWzaS_D74SpwW-ml7qBS4mdb6eJBKtQ/viewform